Converter Housing: Reassembly
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- On models with cooler manifold, install a NEW gasket, channel plate, NEW gasket, and cooler manifold. See Figure. Install and tighten cooler manifold bolts to specifications. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- On all models, install the filter attachment tube by hand. Tighten filter attachment tube to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install the magnet onto the filter attachment tube.
- Lubricate the gasket on the control main filter with transmission fluid. Install the filter by hand until the gasket touches the converter housing. Using a filter wrench or socket, turn the filter only one additional full turn (do not exceed one full turn).
- Install a NEW "O" ring onto the pressure tap plug. Install and tighten pressure tap plug to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . On direct mount type, without cooler manifold, install the bolt access cover.
- Install NEW "O" rings onto shipping plugs or hydraulic connector assemblies, then install connectors. Tighten shipping plugs or hydraulic connector assemblies to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . If equipped with elbow connectors, ensure they are positioned in original positions when installed.